Zen Alongside TVC
Shooting alongside TVC, one thing I can control is my connection with the talent. (Endo XiaFlex for Klick)
Commitment is Everything
“How did you get them to do that?" Simply: I ask. But it's my full commitment that makes them say yes. (Nanfu Wang)
Return to Y2K
Jaime Levy was navigating a transitional moment, and I was happy to be there to capture it.
Waltz #2
The record label liked my ideas, and Elliott acquiesced, but reluctantly. (Elliott Smith for Dreamworks)
Of Bud & Maria
Bud is a master storyteller whose rambling tales land with humor and poignancy.
The Story of Nocturne
The goal was to simplify the film by having a tight close up as the key visual — in reality, it was anything but simple.
Coping with Uncertainty
This is the story of “coming out twice“ —first as a gay man, and then as one attracted to older people. (For Guardian Saturday)
Second NME Cover
He was handsome with a big smile, but once we started shooting his demeanor changed. (Jordan Adetunji)
Character Test
Moments before the first setup I leaned over to my assistant and said, “I am rudderless." (Eva Yaso test session)
I’ll Be Your Mirror
Taking cues from my work, Rick Wenner was going playful and funny — that got me pretty scared.
Quentin Tarantino 1992
Brooklyn is now a cultural center but in those days it took some persuasive talk to convince a subject to cross the Williamsburg Bridge.
Election Stress 2024
With a high quantity day we focused on framing, talent performances, and staying inventive. (For Men's Health)
Bangers & Smash
This portrait demo with Nick Smash took on greater meaning, as I looked to redeem myself for an earlier fumbled session.
Into the Deep End
When your subject is suffering trauma from a shark attack, the temptation to treat them gingerly is attractive.
Elevated Golf Game
My pivot point is often between awkwardness and grace, so using golf for recovery captivated me. (For Golf Digest)
Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon
Admiring his 36 years with Kyra Sedgwick, I asked for some relationship tips. “Never ask celebrities for marriage advice.”
Desk Duty Heroes
It was a win-win! What started as a subtle and thoughtful campaign, developed into something rich and inviting. (Exiger advertising)
Celebrating Kathy Ryan
What stood out was her optimism about the work that we do. (Kathy Ryan’s retires from The New York Times Magazine.)
We’ll Meat Again
My most recent assignment for The Guardian was with the same person as my first - 19 years ago! (Alexandra Jamieson returns)
SEO Speedwagon
“It’s about a guy who has written hundreds of songs about poop - I knew that we had to call you!” (For The New York Times Magazine)